Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 80,200 miles on the clock, averaging 5,223 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LM05 FTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,223 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LM05 FTC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About LM05 FTC
What car is LM05 FTC?
LM05 FTC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.
What is the mileage of LM05 FTC?
The last recorded mileage for LM05 FTC was 80,200 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM05 FTC passed its MOT?
LM05 FTC has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.
Is LM05 FTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM05 FTC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LM05 FTC?
LM05 FTC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.